The weekend is on it’s way! There are lots of fun things going on in Arkansas over the next few days.
We’ve gathered up the details for a handful of them for you here, but be sure to check Facebook’s events section to see all your options!
Let us know if you attend any of these events — and let the vendor know Live Love Arkansas sent you!!
just Click the red text to visit the Facebook page with information about each event.
However you spend your weekend,
We hope it’s a good one!
NOTE: As always, we do our best to bring you accurate information… however, we encourage you to reach out to event venues to confirm before you head out to an advertised event!
Friday, February 16, 2024
FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 14 AT 7 AM
Muffins with Mom
1901 Crestwood Rd, North Little Rock
Please RSVP to join your child for Muffins with Mom on February 16th! � check the comments for the sign up form! We are looking forward to seeing you there!
Event by Crestwood Cougars
FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 16 AT 7 AM - SATURDDAY, FEBRUARY 17 AT 5 PM
Big Sale! Lots of Great Items!
Mosby’s Liquidation is having another
BIG SALE - February 16th & 17th!!
Located in Greenwood Arkansas
PICTURES AND ADDRESS WILL BE POSTED ON FACEBOOK PAGE - Mosby’s Liquidation
Event by Mosby’s Liquidation
FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 16 AT 9 AM - SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 18 AT 12 PM
Mardi Gras ‘24 @ The Ridge
The Ridge Off-Road Park
Join us for a spectacular post-Fat Tuesday celebration: Mardi Gras @ The Ridge! Let the festivities continue into the weekend with contests, competitions, games, and a DJ Party!
General Admission: $45 Weekend, $30 Saturday Only
Admission For Ages 9-12: $25 Weekend, $15 Saturday Only
Admission for Age 8 & Under: FREE
Event by The Ridge Off-Road Park, Chad Hartle and Stephaine Usrey Muckelberg
FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 16 FROM 11 AM - 6 PM
2024 Home Show
The 2024 Home Show will provide attendees with a unique opportunity to discover the latest innovations and connect with industry experts. With over a hundred exhibitors, this three-day event is the perfect place for individuals looking to purchase a home or enhance their homes, whether through renovation, decoration, or cutting-edge technologies.
FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 16 FROM 11 AM - 12 PM
Rollin Dough Special Olympics Arkansas CiCi’s Pizza Challenge
Cicis Pizza, Fort Smith
We are hosting the Rollin' Dough Cici's Pizza Challenge on Friday, February 16th at 11am for Arkansas Special Olympics!
WHAT IS IT?
This is a newly formed fundraiser to support the Arkansas Special Olympics with a food eating challenge. CiCi's has a pizza challenge of their own which requires a team of 2 to consume a 28" one topping pizza and a large soft drink in 1-hour or less.
HOW IS IT A FUNDRAISER?
We will have three teams: Fort Smith PD, Van Buren PD, and Greenwood PD. All of these two man teams will be competing to complete the CiCi's Challenge at the Fort Smith location. We have created a donation link, where you can donate to the team you think will complete the challenge.
WHO'S ON OUR TEAM?
TEAM Fort Smith PD
Captain Steven Creek
Officer Bradley Williams
TEAM Van Buren PD
Corporal Andy Shepherd
Officer Lanty Brake
TEAM Greenwood PD
Lieutenant Jeff Fugatt
Lieutenant Tim Gossett
WHAT WILL HAPPEN AT THE RESTAURANT THE DAY OF?
CiCi's is going to have a specific area in the restaurant closed off for this food challenge. Spectators are welcome, but if you cannot attend, support the cause using the link below.
WHAT DO THE TEAMS WIN?
We will have trophies for the 1st, 2nd, and 3rd place winners. If no team completes the challenge, it will go by amount eaten and time. The goal is to raise money for our awesome Special Olympics Arkansas Athletes!
WHAT IS THE LINK TO DONATE?
https://www.paypal.com/donate/...
HOW CAN YOU HELP?
Help us promote this cause on social media, make a donation, or come watch the action!
Event by Fort Smith Police Department
FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 16 AT 12 PM
Pest Management in the Vegetable Garden
Faulkner County - UADA
Join us on your lunch break and learn some smart strategies for managing pests in your home vegetable garden at this free seminar presented by Faulkner County Extension Agent, Krista Quinn. You're welcome to bring your own lunch and/or drink. We will NOT be serving food.
When: February 16, 2024 from 12–1p CT
Location: Faulkner County Extension Office, 844 Faulkner St., Conway, AR- Additional parking available at the Faulkner County Courthouse
Cost: Free
The University of Arkansas System Division of Agriculture is an equal opportunity/equal access/affirmative action institution. If you require a reasonable accommodation to participate or need materials in another format, please contact the Faulkner County Extension Office, 501-329-8344, as soon as possible. Dial 711 for Arkansas Relay.
Event by UADA Faulkner County Horticulture and Faulkner County - UADA
FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 16 FROM 3 PM - 4 PM
Adult Crafting: Woven Coasters
Join us at the Cabot Public Library to make a coaster using yarn and handheld looms! Supplies are limited; first come, first served. For adults 18+.
What: Woven Coasters
When: Friday, February 16th 3:00pm-4:00pm
Where: Cabot Public Library
Who: Adults 18+
Event by Cabot Public Library
FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 16 FROM 5 PM - 7 PM
Opening Reception | Charcoal Visions: A Selection of Student Drawings from UAFS
Fort Smith Regional Art Museum
Opening Reception | Charcoal Visions: A Selection of UAFS Student Drawings
Friday, February 16, 5-7 pm
Drinks and Light Refreshments Provided
Free – Donations appreciated from nonmembers
This exhibition is sponsored by First National Bank
In the hands of a skilled artist, simple materials like charcoal and paper can create dramatic illusions of form and light. In our newest exhibition of UAFS student drawings, CHARCOAL VISIONS, RAM features artwork from the freshman-level Drawing class and upper-level Advanced Drawing class. This exhibition will showcase their mastery of a medium tested in plaster cast studies and large-scale self-portraits. Join us for the opening reception on February 16, 5 – 7 pm to experience these drawings in person! The exhibition runs February 17 through May 19.
This opening reception is held in conjunction with our 'Kristen Tordella-Williams: Precipice' opening reception.
Event by Fort Smith Regional Art Museum
FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 16 FROM 5 PM - 7 PM
Men’s Club Fish Fry
801 Sherman St, Little Rock
The Men’s Club Lenten Fish Fry Dinner will be on Friday, February 16th from 5 - 7 pm for dine-in and take-out in the Cafeteria. Dinner includes Catfish, Fries, Slaw, Hushpuppies & Dessert. $15 for adults and $5 for children 12 years old and under. Preorders requested by Wednesday, February 14th. Fill out online order form or call Church Office (501) 374-5767 to order yours today!
Event by Saint Edward Catholic Church
FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 16 AT 5:30 PM
Third Friday Dinner
19 E. Kibler Hwy Alma
Join us for our Third Friday Dinner - a wonderful meal and great fellowship. Can't wait to see you there!
Event by Kibler Methodist Church
FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 16 AT 6 PM
Galentines Sugar & Spice Soiree
Friday, February 16
6:00pm - 8:00pm
$40/person
Whether you're looking for a unique way to celebrate with your closest friends or seeking a cheeky twist on traditional cookie decorating, this class is the perfect blend of sweetness and spice. Charity Preston, from Mum’s Sweet Treats & Doggie Delectables, will teach you basic and advanced cookie decorating skills; including wet on wet, royal icing transfers, and how to use detailed piping techniques. Get ready to add a dash of naughtiness with these adult themed cookies to your Galentine's festivities! Feel free to BYOB.
For ages 21+
Event by Arts On Main
FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 16 FROM 6 PM - 7:30 PM
Self Love Sound Bath
Join us during the month of love as we focus on YOU.
Our self love sound bath will bring you peace and joy as you are reminded that you are loved. Showing love to yourself is important and this sound bath is a great way to show yourself the love that you deserve.
The healing frequencies of three Paiste gongs, crystal singing bowls, chimes, ocean drum, and a Rav Vast tongue drum will wash over you for this special event.
Please bring your yoga mat, blanket, pillows and any other comfort items you may need.
The Yoga Place presents: Vanessa Clardy with Van Clair Healing
www.TheYogaPlaceHS.com
$30
Event by The Yoga Place
FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 16 AT 7 PM
Annual Hot Spring County 4-H Auction
4-H Center
The Annual Hot Spring County 4-H Auction has something to offer everyone. From gift certificates to your favorite local restaurants and shops, home décor, personalized clothing and jewelry, farm fresh meat for your freezer, livestock supplies, and much more! All proceeds are used to benefit 4-H youth educational programs here in Hot Spring County.
Event by UADA Hot Spring County 4-H
FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 16 FROM 7 PM - 10 PM
Galentine’s Night Out!
The Rabbit Hole Coffeehouse and Brew
Tickets are $20 per person and include:
1 coffee or mocktail of your choice
1 Charcuterie for 4 people per table
And Galentine themed trivia!
Seating is limited to 36 and tickets are required!
Event by The Rabbit Hole Coffeehouse and Brew
FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 16 AT 7 PM
Caddyshack (1980, R)
Caddyshack is a 1980 American sports comedy film directed by Harold Ramis, written by Brian Doyle-Murray, Ramis and Douglas Kenney, and starring Chevy Chase, Rodney Dangerfield, Ted Knight, Michael O'Keefe and Bill Murray.
Important Information:
Film Start Time: Doors open at 6:00pm, and the film will begin promptly at 7:00pm. As our films are general admission seating, please be sure to arrive early to secure your seat. Beer, wine, and concessions will be available.
Free Parking:
We’re pleased to offer complimentary parking for all attendees. Simply bring your parking ticket from the library parking lot (across from the Main Library on Rock Street) or the parking deck (next to the Main Library on Rock Street) inside the theater, and our friendly box office staff will validate it for you. Validations are for paid ticket holders only.
We look forward to welcoming you to an evening of timeless storytelling at the CALS Ron Robinson Theater!
Event by CALS Ron Robinson Theater
FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 16 AT 7:30 PM
Little Women
223 BEATRICE POWELL St Conway
Based on Louisa May Alcott’s life, Little Women follows the adventures of sisters Jo, Meg, Beth and Amy March, each determined to live life on her own terms. Little Women embodies the complete theatrical experience, leaving audiences filled with a sense of adventure, joy, heartache, and a lifting of the spirit. The powerful score soars with the sounds of personal discovery, heartbreak, hope, and everlasting love – the sounds of a young America finding its voice.
Event by Reynolds Performance Hall
FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 16 AT 8 PM
Dial Up - 90s Party Band: Black Hearts Ball
The Hall
Dial Up 90s: Black Hearts Ball at The Hall on February 16th!
Doors: 6:30 pm / Show: 8 pm
→ https://tickets.littlerockhall.com/dialup-bhb
THIS EVENT IS ALL AGES
PLEASE RIDESHARE - Parking is limited around the venue. We strongly recommend using rideshare apps like Uber or Lyft for transportation to and from the venue. There is a designated rideshare pick up / drop off location near the entrance for your convenience.
*This event page is for the discussion around the event. All ticket sale posts will be deleted from the event page in order to prevent fraudulent ticket sales.
No refunds - no exceptions. Lineups and times are subject to change. Any ticket suspected of being purchased for the sole purpose of reselling can be canceled at the discretion of The Hall and/or TicketWeb. Valid government-issued photo ID required for entry to age-restricted events. Tickets available at the door (if not sold out). No re-entry. Physical tickets available at the box office.
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The Hall
721 West 9th Street
Little Rock, AR 72201
www.littlerockhall.com
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Tickets for all shows at The Hall will be available online at www.littlerockhall.com or purchase tickets in person at The Hall Box Office (open Fridays 10-4).
Event by The Hall
Friday, February 16, 2024 - Monday, February 19, 2024
GREAT BACKYARD BIRD COUNT
Pinnacle Mountain State Park
9600 Highway 300, Roland
Meeting Place: Visitor Center
Admission: Free
Each year, people from around the world come together to watch, learn about, count, and celebrate birds. Connect to nature and be part of this global event simply by observing and logging any birds you see for at least 15 minutes. Park interpreters will offer programs throughout the weekend in case you need an introduction into bird identification or just want to ask all your avian questions. Stop by the visitor center for a schedule of activities and an official count form or visit https://www.birdcount.org for more information.
Friday, February 16, 2024 / 9 a.m. - 10 a.m.
EAGLE TOUR
Lake Dardanelle State Park
2428 Marina Rd, Russellville
Meeting Place: Weigh-in Pavilion
Admission: Free
Lake Dardanelle State Park is proud to offer free winter lake cruises for the best chance of seeing our national symbol, the American Bald Eagle. Many other spectacular birds will be in the area for viewing including American White Pelicans, numerous ducks, and Snow Geese. Please dress warmly as temperatures and winds are more severe on the lake. You must call the visitor center at 479-967-5516 to reserve your seat. We will begin boarding 15 minutes before the tour, at the boat dock near the Tournament Weigh-In Facility. (Weather permitting)
Friday, February 16, 2024 / 10 a.m. - 11 a.m.
BIRDS OF THE KINGFISHER
Pinnacle Mountain State Park
9420 HWY 300, Roland
Meeting Place: Kingfisher Trail
Admission: Free
Join a park interpreter along this 1/2-mile paved trail to discover the birds who live there. Wear sturdy shoes and bring your binoculars for a stroll along the Little Maumelle River.
Friday, February 16, 2024 / 2 p.m. - 2:45 p.m.
ADVENTURE IN THE OZARKS
Lake Fort Smith State Park
15458 Sheperd Springs Road, Mountainburg
Meeting Place: Overlook
Join Park Interpreter Mystina for a hike to explore an Ozark mountain trail and take in your surroundings. We will search for and discover more about the native Ozark plants, animals, and landscape. Meet at the overlook behind the visitor center. At the conclusion of the program, you may continue the hike on your own.
Saturday, February 17th
SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 17 FROM 9 AM - 5 PM
Calling All Cat Lovers Come See the Amazing Cats at the Little Rock CAT SHOW!
Arkansas State fairgrounds Hall of Industry
𝗦𝗘𝗘 𝗨𝗣 𝗧𝗢 𝟯𝟱 𝗕𝗘𝗔𝗨𝗧𝗜𝗙𝗨𝗟 𝗖𝗔𝗧 𝗕𝗥𝗘𝗘𝗗𝗦!
～ 𝗦𝗛𝗢𝗪 𝗔𝗖𝗧𝗜𝗩𝗜𝗧𝗜𝗘𝗦 ～
This is a 𝗙𝗔𝗠𝗜𝗟𝗬-𝗙𝗥𝗜𝗘𝗡𝗗𝗟𝗬 𝗘𝗩𝗘𝗡𝗧 that is fun for all ages!
𝗪𝗔𝗧𝗖𝗛 cats and kittens compete for Best in Show IN EACH of the 5 separate JUDGING RINGS, each day!
𝗙𝗥𝗘𝗘 cat coloring books for the first 100 children!
𝗖𝗔𝗧 𝗖𝗢𝗦𝗧𝗨𝗠𝗘 𝗖𝗢𝗡𝗧𝗘𝗦𝗧 around lunchtime, daily! See fancy cats dress up! The contests is for cats that are entered in the show.
𝗙𝗘𝗟𝗜𝗡𝗘 𝗔𝗚𝗜𝗟𝗜𝗧𝗬 See speedy cats run really fast in timed contests! Contest run throughout the day about every hour.
𝗖𝗔𝗧 𝗥𝗘𝗦𝗖𝗨𝗘 Community Cats of Central Arkansas, will be on-site meeting people. with adoptable cats! https://www.facebook.com/communitycatsofcentralar
𝗦𝗛𝗢𝗣𝗣𝗜𝗡𝗚 Meow Mall for cats and people selling cat-related items and many non-cat-related items, too!
～ 𝗟𝗢𝗖𝗔𝗧𝗜𝗢𝗡 ～
Arkansas State Fairgrounds at the Hall of Industry
2600 Howard St, Little Rock, AR 72206
Google map link: https://goo.gl/maps/t4Rkb5xxvtCcH3qQ6
FREE PARKING
～ 𝗦𝗛𝗢𝗪 𝗛𝗢𝗨𝗥𝗦 𝗙𝗢𝗥 𝗚𝗨𝗘𝗦𝗧𝗦 ～
Saturday, February 17th, 9AM to 5PM
Event by CFA Gulf Shore Cat Shows
SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 17 FROM 9 AM - 12 PM
MLK Day of Service
Join @saintjosephcenter for a "Day ON, Not a Day OFF!" as we join together for the annual MLK Day of Service. SJ will be partnering with the @centralarkansasmasternaturalists to do projects in and around the campus. Sign up today at https://www.signupgenius.com/.../8050C49AFA72DAAF58...
Event by St. Joseph Center of Arkansas
SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 17 FROM 10 AM - 1 PM
Family Art Festival: Action/Abstraction Redefined
Arkansas Museum of Fine Arts
Immerse yourself in a free day of art and fun for guests of all ages inspired by AMFA’s newest exhibition "Action/Abstraction Redefined: Modern Native Art, 1940s to 1970s". Free studio activities, storytelling sessions, live music, and more bring the Museum to life with a celebration of Indigenous artists and performers.
The Bizhiki Culture & Dance Company kicks off the experience with energy-packed, interactive dance performances at 10:30 a.m. and 12:00 p.m. in the Atrium. The dancers will then lead audiences into the Glass Box for a special storytelling performance illustrating the resilience of Indigenous cultures.
In the Windgate Art School, guests will find inspiration to make creations of their own after watching live demonstrations by Plains Cree ledger artist Joshue Atcheynum and a basket-making artist. Teens will enjoy specific art experiences organized and led by AMFA’s Teen Advisory Board.
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Action/Abstraction Redefined is organized by IAIA Museum of Contemporary Native Arts, Santa Fe, NM. Support for this exhibition is provided by Art Bridges.
Action/Abstraction Redefined: Modern Native Art, 1940s to 1970s is organized by Dr. Manuela Well-Off-Man, chief curator, IAIA Museum of Contemporary Native Arts, Tatiana Lomahaftewa-Singer, curator of collections, IAIA Museum of Contemporary Native Arts, and Dr. Lara Evans, IAIA Associate Professor of Native Art History.
The Teen Advisory Board is supported by The Schmieding Foundation.
Event by Arkansas Museum of Fine Arts
SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 17 FROM 10 AM - 11 AM
Theressa Hoover - Fayetteville’s Most Famous Black Female Leader
Join Janet Allured for a presentation on Theressa Hoover, Fayetteville's most famous black female leader.
Theressa Hoover, a Fayetteville native, was CEO of the United Methodist Women from 1968 to 1990 and the highest-level female African American executive in any mainline denomination in the country. Hoover’s family were members of St. James Methodist Church in Fayetteville.
Her many accomplishments include being the only woman for whom a Methodist church has been named (Theressa Hoover United Methodist Church in Little Rock). In the early 2000s, she moved back to Fayetteville to be with family after spending years in New York City (the site of the church’s headquarters). When she died in 2013, leading Methodists from all over the world attended her funeral held at Mount Sequoyah United Methodist Church in Fayetteville, the last church where she was active.
About Janet Allured:
Janet Allured received her Ph.D. from the University of Arkansas in 1988. In 2021 she retired as Professor of History and Women's Studies at McNeese State University in Lake Charles, Louisiana, left the Gulf Coast behind and moved back to Fayetteville where she was swiftly hired as adjunct professor of history at the University of Arkansas.
Allured has authored numerous peer-reviewed articles on southern women and has co-edited several volumes, including one in the University of Georgia Press’s series on southern women entitled Louisiana Women: Their Lives and Times (2009). A monograph entitled Remapping Second-Wave Feminism: The Long Women's Rights Movement in Louisiana, 1950-1997 was published by the University of Georgia Press in 2016. She is currently writing several manuscripts about the work of progressive Methodist women in the South, with a particular focus on anti-racism and settlement house work. An essay about Theressa Hoover, head of United Methodist Women from 1968-1990, was recently published in an edited collection, Activism in the Name of God, by the University of Mississippi Press.
She is co-editor of a collection of biographies of southern Methodist women that is currently under review by the University Press of Florida.
Event by Fayetteville Public Library
SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 17 AT 10 AM
Fiber Play Saturday
Fiber Saturday
Ferbruary 17 @ 10am
Ozark Folkways and the Wool and Wheel Spinners Guild will host an open house fiber holiday party. Anyone with an interest in fiber arts can attend, all levels welcome. participants can join their circle to spin, knit, crochet, etc. or watch others and become a fiber fan.
There will be snacks and conversation.
Event by Ozark Folkways
SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 17 FROM 10 AM - 2 PM
THICK Cookie Co. Pop-up Shop!
WE ARE BACK FOR PART TWO!!!
After such positive response from our customers, we have decided to have another pop-up shop at Funky Town Mall here in Russellville! Our flavors will include M&M, classic chocolate chip, loaded snickerdoodle, giant banana pudding, and giant gooey butter biscoff. Come out and see us! First come, first serve!
Event by THICK Cookie Co.
SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 17 FROM 10 AM - 12 PM
Winter Pruning
Botanical Garden of the Ozarks
Come to the Botanical Garden of the Ozarks and join Berni Kurz, Director of Horticulture, for a hands-on pruning class. Guests will not only learn about pruning trees in winter but also get to see hands-on demonstrations in the garden as Berni shows examples of best pruning practices.
$15/members or $25/nonmembers
Event by Botanical Garden of the Ozarks
SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 17 AT 10:30 AM
Free Lecture: Native Trees for Home Beautification
Please join us for a free lecture: "Native Trees for Home Beautification" in the Magnolia Room, February 17 at 10:30am by Jaret Rushing, UA Division of Agriculture Forestry Extension Instructor. Preregistration is required.
Event by Garvan Woodland Gardens
SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 17 FROM 12 PM - 4PM
Pop-Up at Sturgis
Psst! Listen up! We're throwing the coolest shindig this side of the neighborhood! Think endless goodies to shop, scrumptious food trucks to chow down, and endless laughter with your squad! So, don't miss out on this sweet invite - come, hang out and make some memories with us!
Event by Central Arkansas Makers Market
SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 17 AT 1PM
A Glass Canvas: Digital Art
FREE (registration required)
Join Jan Graham McMillen for tips and techniques in A Glass Canvas: Digital Art session. Digital Art is a category of New Media, which is a huge construct including all the forms of electronic communication which have developed because of computer technology. It is another medium to use and master, like oil painting, watercolor, etching, printmaking, etc. When you use a digital pastel stick to make an image on a digital canvas, it is not a pastel painting, of course. Digital painting will never replace traditional media. It will only join them as another medium of expression. And when you make that mark with a digital tool that shares some of the visual qualities of a pastel stick, you give yourself an extra range of possibilities for that tool.
This Skillshare is brought to you by the Arts On Main Artists’ Coalition
Event by Arts On Main
SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 17 FROM 1:30 PM - 3:30 PM
Blackberry Winter Pruning Workshop
SJ Farmstead has a blackberry patch with over 550 plants! Dr. Amanda McWhirt, a fruit and vegetable Extension Specialist is leading a FREE Blackberry Winter Pruning Workshop with both a classroom workshop and hands-on pruning opportunity! Meet at the SJ Farm Stand at 1:30pm. RSVP info@stjosephcenter.org
Event by St. Joseph Center of Arkansas and UAEX Fruit and Vegetable Production
SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 17 AT 2 PM
River Valley Book Swap
The Bakery District
The River Valley Book Swap is an opportunity to mingle with bookish folks while exhanging books you've already read for something new. Bring that TBR list and see what you can find!
VIP Tickets will get you early access to the swap + an official RV Book Swap Tote bag to hold all your new books.
Bring the books (limit 15) you want to swap out between 10am and 12pm on February 17th. You'll receive tickets for each book you bring and you can cash those in at any genre table once the swap begins. These are the genres we will be taking: Realistic Fiction, Biography/Memoir/Autobiography, History, Science Fiction, Romance, Fantasy, Historical Fiction, YA Fiction, Horror, Social Science. Make sure your books fit into one of these genres before lugging them to the Bakery District.
Food trucks and Fort Smith Coffee Company will be open for food and beverages.
Questions? Give us a call 479-434-8631 or email sara@bookishfs.com
Event by Bookish: An Indie Shop For Folks Who Read and The Bakery District
SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 17 AT 2 PM
Marriage Enrichment
February is the month of love and to celebrate we are having a Marriage Enrichment seminar free to the public. Whether you have been married 20 years, 2, or are still dating we would love to have you and help you to build a foundation and understanding of each other and your goals.
Event by London First Assembly of God
SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 17 FROM 2:30 PM - 4:30 PM
Swan Lake
Swan Lake, February 16-18 | Robinson Performance Hall
Performance Times: 2/17 @ 2:30 and 7:30 pm, 2/18 @ 2:30 pm
Student Matinee Performance: 2/16 @ 10:30 am
Run Time: 120 Minutes
Tickets on Sale: TBD
The world’s most iconic classical ballet comes to Robinson this February! Set to Tchaikovsky’s magical score, Ballet Arkansas will present a vibrant production of Marius Petipa’s timeless classic featuring stunning costumes and sets, and a community cast of children and adults.
EDUCATORS! Learn more about student matinee performances: https://www.balletarkansas.org/student-matinees
LEARN MORE at www.balletarkansas.org/tickets.
Photo Courtesy of Ballet Arkansas and Matthew Sewell Photography. Company Artist Lauren Yordanich.
Event by Ballet Arkansas
SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 17 AT 4 PM
Exhibition on Screen - Hopper: An American Love Story
Edward Hopper’s work is the most recognizable art in America – popular, praised, and mysterious. Countless painters, photographers, filmmakers and musicians have been influenced by his art – but who was he, and how did a struggling illustrator create such a bounty of notable work?
Presented by Exhibition on Screen, this new film takes a deep look into Hopper’s art, his life, and his relationships. From his early career as an illustrator; his wife giving up her own promising art career to be his manager; his critical and commercial acclaim; and in his own words – this film explores the enigmatic personality behind the brush.
Combined with expert interviews, diaries, and a startling visual reflection of American life, Hopper brings to life America’s arguably most influential artist.
Hopper is a rare artist whose work is accessible to both the casual and critical observer. Rothko, Banksy, Alfred Hitchcock, David Lynch, and even The Simpsons have all been inspired by the unique way Hopper captured American life.
Important Information:
Film Start Time: Doors open at 3:00pm, and the film will begin promptly at 4:00pm. As our films are general admission seating, please be sure to arrive early to secure your seat. Beer, wine, and concessions will be available.
Free Parking:
We’re pleased to offer complimentary parking for all attendees. Simply bring your parking ticket from the library parking lot (across from the Main Library on Rock Street) or the parking deck (next to the Main Library on Rock Street) inside the theater, and our friendly box office staff will validate it for you. Validations are for paid ticket holders only.
We look forward to welcoming you to an evening of timeless storytelling at the CALS Ron Robinson Theater!
Event by CALS Ron Robinson Theater
SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 17 FROM 6 PM - 9 PM
Valentine’s Date Night
Enjoy a memorable evening with your sweetheart. Get creative as you decorate candy bars and learn to create a scrumptious charcuterie board. Plus, take home a wood-burned keepsake. To top it off, enjoy two drinks on the house while spending quality time together. Don't miss out on this all-inclusive romantic evening!
Activities Studio below the Fitness Center
Event by Big Cedar Lodge
SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 17 FROM 6 PM - 9 PM
Paint Your Pet
Come paint your pet with us at Buffalo River Art Gallery on Saturday, February 17th. You will provide us with a picture of your pet and we will draw it for you on a 9x12 canvas and provide the instructions so you can successfully paint them . The cost is $55 and will include all the materials and instructions needed to complete your project, dinner, dessert and tea. You are welcomed to BYOB. Space is limited so contact us to reserve your spot. For this class you are limited to 1 pet but you can also talk to us about drawing your other pets on canvas for you to take home to paint later. Note: You will take home a completed painting of your pet and we will have simple frames available for purchase.
Event by Buffalo River Art Gallery
SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 17 AT 6 PM
80’s & 90’s Movie Trivia
121 West Township Street, Suite 11, Fayetteville
Join us for a night of action stars, movie quotes and iconic characters from across the last two decades of the 20th century!
Event by Boston Mountain Brewing & Supply
Saturday, February 17, 2024 / 9 a.m. - 10:30 a.m.
GREAT BACKYARD BIRD COUNT
Hobbs State Park-Conservation Area
20201 East Hwy. 12, Rogers
Meeting Place: Sinking Stream Trailhead
Admission: Free
Winter brings some special feathered guests from the North. Learn to identify these visitors, as well as some of our year-round residents, with Park Interpreter Chris. We’ll meet at the Sinking Stream trailhead and count birds as we hike this easy 0.5-mile trail. We’ll also discuss how you can participate in this annual, global community science project wherever you live! B.Y.O.B.- bring your own binoculars or borrow one of ours!
Saturday, February 17, 2024 / 10:30 a.m. - 11:30 p.m.
ALONG THE ARBORETUM
Pinnacle Mountain State Park
12820 Pinnacle Valley Road, Roland
Meeting Place: Arkansas Arboretum
Admission: Free
“Arboretum” translates to “a place for trees” and this 1/2-mile, paved trail exhibits dozens of native trees and plants. Join a park interpreter to discover the botanical life found in the natural divisions of the state. This is also an excellent place for birders to catch a glimpse of a variety of our feathered friends amongst the trees.
Saturday, February 17, 2024 / 2 p.m. - 3 p.m.
ARCHEOLOGICAL SITE TRAM TOUR
Plum Bayou Mounds Archeological State Park
490 Toltec Mounds Road, Scott
Meeting Place: Visitor Center
Adults: $8.00
Children ages 6-12: $6.00
Children under 6: Free
The Plum Bayou Mounds site is one of the largest and most impressive archeological sites in the Lower Mississippi River Valley. Occupied by American Indians from about 650 to 1050 AD, this site is home to a group of ancient earthworks that once made up a large ceremonial site. Aboard a motorized tram, visitors will join a park interpreter for a guided tour of the 3/4-mile Knapp Trail and learn more about these structures and the people who built them.
Saturday, February 17, 2024 / 5:30 p.m. - 6:15 p.m.
EVENING AT BEAR CAVE
Petit Jean State Park
1285 Petit Jean Mountain Road, Morrilton
Meeting Place: Bear Cave Parking Area
Admission: Free
Join Park Interpreter Jake for a fascinating walk among the giant sandstone boulders and slot canyons of the Bear Cave area. This is a relatively easy 1/4-mile hike that is great for the whole family. Please wear sturdy shoes and bring a flashlight.
Sunday, February 18th
THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 18 FROM 3 PM - 5 PM
Sunny Sunday Beads & Bevs
Frolic Lane
Warrnambool... we're coming!
It's time we brought our crafty gathering to one of the Great Ocean Road's coolest spaces... Frolic Lane!
We'll be taking over their covered cocktail garden for Sunny Sunday Beads & Bevs... whip up your own sunglasses chains, socialise with a bunch of crafty folk, and enjoy a chilled beverage or two.
While the summer sun is still here, you’ll learn to make your own handy and on-trend beaded sunglasses chain to adorn your neck and make sure you don't lose your fave shades.
Your ticket includes:
- All tools, materials and tuition for 2 hours of beadcraft, whipping up your own snazzy sunglasses chain whilst you soak up the chilled tunes and great vibes.
- A welcome drink of your choosing - an arvo glass of bubbles, a local wine, a refreshing beer or cider, or sip something non-alcoholic. All the usual suspects will be available, and they have an incredibly well-stocked bar for additional bevs. Their kitchen will also be open if you’re peckish for chippies, sliders, tacos, pizzas and the like!
It's $65 each including your first drink, or book with a friend and pay $60 each because sharing is caring. ,
Whether you use it as a chance to catch up with a mate, make new friends, or just fancy some relaxed creativity this year, it's going to be a nice cup-filling couple of hours with lovely humans.
Accessible, inclusive, beginner-friendly and even good for smaller hands if accompanied by an adult, you can see the full details and book at https://www.mycrafternoons.com/.../sunny-sunday-beads-bevs!
Event by My Crafternoons and Frolic Lane
SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 18 AT 10 AM
Fun Cross
Conway Arkansas
Did you not get enough CX racing this season and want one more fix before road and mtb season is upon us?! Here's your last chance to jump some hurdles and share in the competition this season!
https://www.bikereg.com/fun-cross
Event by Arkansas United Cycling Team
SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 18 AT 10:30 AM
Salty Dalty’s BBQ Soft Opening
1205 Highway 9, Morrilton
Exciting Announcement! Salty Dalty's BBQ is thrilled to invite you to our Soft Opening Event on February 18th, starting at 10:30 am until we sell out!
We've been teasing you with the promise of delicious BBQ, and now you can finally taste it for yourself! Join us for an unforgettable experience featuring our mouthwatering Texas-style brisket, slow-smoked to perfection, and accompanied by our irresistible house-made sides. From the savory brisket mac and cheese to the flavorful BBQ brisket beans, each bite is a celebration of flavor!
The amazing welcome we've received on social media has been overwhelming! As a special thank you to our incredible community, we're offering an exclusive deal: Enjoy 30% off all meat by the pound! It's our way of showing appreciation for your enthusiastic support.
At Salty Dalty's, BBQ isn't just about the food—it's a social and community event. We believe in bringing people together to savor delicious eats and create lasting memories. So gather your friends, family, and neighbors, and let's make this Soft Opening an unforgettable celebration!
Don't miss out on this fantastic occasion as we share the joy of BBQ with our wonderful community. Save the date, spread the word, and get ready for a day filled with smoky goodness and camaraderie at Salty Dalty's BBQ!
#saltydaltysbbq #morriltonarkansas #brisket #smokedmeat #BBQHeaven #bbq
Event by Salty Dalty's BBQ
SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 18 AT 11:30 AM
Winter Gather
11:30 - guest speaker Craig Jenkins from the ABSC to talk about the Cooperative Program
12:30 - lunch
1:00 - Guest speaker Billy Joe Sherman, missionary/church planter in Montana
2:30 - trail ride to the Ham’s house. Bring your horse, bike, side by side, 4 wheeler, whatever!
4:00 - S’mores, hot chocolate, coffee at the Ham’s
If you don’t want to attend trail ride, you can just meet us over at the Ham’s
Event by The Church In The Dirt
SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 18 FROM 1 PM - 5 PM
February Blues Jam
The Blues is all about Love or the lack thereof to be more accurate! We invite everyone to come out and help us celebrate both at the Fort Smith Riverfront Blues Society’s February Blues Jam on Sunday the 18th from 1:00 to 5:00 at The Bakery District in Fort Smith, AR. Don’t forget we have set a 4:00 deadline for the sign-in sheet for the musicians that want to participate with us!
Event by Allan King and Riverfront Blues Society
SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 18 FROM 1 PM - 2:30 PM
February Pets and Treats Playdate
4650 E Gulley Rd, Fayetteville
Brushes and treats will be provided.
Come into our Barnyard to meet, pet, brush, and feed the little goats! View the pasture for the larger goats and donkeys.
$5 per person donation at the gate is appreciated. Cash is always great, Venmo (@greedygoats #5358), or
PayPal (greedygoats@gmail.com)
Proceeds go towards the winter's hay. (These Goats eat $1000+ of just hay per year!) Thank you for helping!
In NE Fayetteville.
Leave a comment if you plan to attend, so we have an idea of how many to expect!
Of course, weather depending! Hard rain will cancel. Snow, or icy roads will cancel.
Clothes and boots that can get dirty are a big plus!
Event by Greedy Goats of NWA
SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 18 FROM 1 PM - 5 PM
February Cruise 2024
Conway, AR
Cruise time is here again! We’ll be meeting at the Dave Ward Walmart in Conway at 1pm, end destination is Two Rivers Park, we’ll be taking a detour so be sure to stick with the group! Leaving out at 1:30, see ya there!
Be mature, no excessive revving, burnouts, or cutting lanes.
If you have any questions feel free to reach out!
Event by Central AR Cruises and Brant Goodnight
SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 18 AT 2 PM
25 Years of Arkansongs
2150 Bruce St, Conway
UCA is proud to host Arkansongs in celebration of 25 years of broadcasting at the Windgate Center for Fine and Performing Arts. The event will feature co-founder Stephen Koch who will entertain and educate the audience on the history of trailblazing Arkansas artists such as Levon Helm, Almeda Riddle, Jimmy Driftwood Black Oak Arkansas Sippie Wallace, Rosetta Tharpe and more. There will also be an exhibit in the Windgate Gallery featuring the RCA Dog, Jimmy Driftwood's guitar, a Levon Helm sculpture and more. The exhibit opens at 2:00 pm and music and storytelling begins at 3:00 pm. Tickets are $15 for adults and $10 for children/students.
Event by Reynolds Performance Hall
SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 18 FROM 2:30 PM - 4:30 PM
Good Day Book Club - February
Good Day Pottery & Art Studio
We're so excited for our next monthly Good Day Book Club! We will have our second meeting on Sunday, February 18th. The best part of this book club - you don't have to worry about reading the same book! Each month we'll have a book exchange/book swap, talk book recommendations, and hang with fellow book nerds/lit lovers. Come early or stay after to paint with us if you wish (prices vary).
For February we're all aiming to read a book from the mystery/thriller genre. We look forward to exchanging reviews and hot takes - and you might find your new book bestie.
Tickets for this event are free but seating is limited!
Event by Good Day Pottery & Art Studio
SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 18 FROM 3 PM - 4:30 PM
Calling all Golden Retrievers! Golden Retriever PARTY!
Good Dog Cafe
Calling all Golden Retrievers (and Golden Retriever mixes)! We are having a Golden party at Good Dog Cafe from 3:00-4:30! Bring your Goldens to romp in the park and make some new friends.
We will be closed to the public so that only Goldens can attend this event.
A limited food & drink menu will be available during the entire event.
Admission for this special event is $12 per dog and a waiver must be signed before entering the park. Dogs must meet our off-leash park requirements.
We do not allow children under 12 in the off-leash park, but they are welcome in the leashed area.
All toys/bowls will be sanitized before event. Please make sure your doggos are healthy and not showing
Event by Good Dog Cafe
SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 18 FROM 4 PM - 6 PM
Cheers to 10 YEARS!
Cheers to a DECADE of artful moments! Embrace the legacy of creativity, sip on celebratory spirits, and relish in a night of joyous vibes. Reserve your spot to toast to a decade of painting and twisting at our West Little Rock studio! We'll be giving away candles, art, PWAT swag, free classes, and more! Join the pARTy at: http://www.paintingwithatwist.com/.../west.../event/3534165/
Event by Painting with a Twist and Brittany Wolfe
SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 18 AT 6 PM
Worship Night
2427 Hwy 22 W, Dardanelle
Worship Night is 10 days away. Put this on your calendar. Be ready for an incredible night of honoring Him. If you had to tell someone about Worship Night in ONE SENTENCE only, what would you say?
Event by Home Church
SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 18 AT 6 PM
Family Dinner & Movie
9201 Dallas St Fort Smith
We believe it's essential to have fun, quality time as a family! Join us Sunday, February 18 at 6:00pm for dinner and a movie in the CB East worship center. This will be a great evening for the whole family!
This is a FREE event. Please RSVP by following the link in the discussion, so we can ensure we have plenty of food.
Event by Community Bible East Fort Smith
Sunday, February 18, 2024 / 9 a.m. - 10 a.m.
WINTER BIRDING
Lake Dardanelle State Park
2428 Marina Rd, Russellville
Meeting Place: Visitor Center
Admission: Free
Join a park interpreter in front of the visitor center to take a walk through the area in search of our visiting birds. Even if you’ve never birded before, you can enjoy these creatures in a whole new way!
Sunday, February 18, 2024 / 10 a.m. - 12 p.m.
BOY SCOUT TRAIL ADVENTURE
Petit Jean State Park
1285 Petit Jean Mountain Road, Morrilton
Meeting Place: Pioneer Cabin (Cedar Creek Trailhead)
Admission: Free
Join Park Interpreter Jake for an adventure down one of the most scenic sections of the B.S.A Trail. This hike will take us along Cedar Creek to where Cedar Falls spills 95 ft. down into the lower canyon. This hike is about 2 miles long, moderately strenuous, and will take about 2 hours. Please wear proper footwear and bring plenty of water.
Sunday, February 18, 2024 / 10 a.m. - 11 a.m.
ARCHEOLOGICAL SITE TRAM TOUR
Plum Bayou Mounds Archeological State Park
490 Toltec Mounds Road, Scott
Meeting Place: Visitor Center
Adults: $8.00
Children ages 6-12: $6.00
Children under 6: Free
The Plum Bayou Mounds site is one of the largest and most impressive archeological sites in the Lower Mississippi River Valley. Occupied by American Indians from about 650 to 1050 AD, this site is home to a group of ancient earthworks that once made up a large ceremonial site. Aboard a motorized tram, visitors will join a park interpreter for a guided tour of the 3/4-mile Knapp Trail and learn more about these structures and the people who built them.
Sunday, February 18, 2024 / 3 p.m. - 4:15 p.m.
BASIC BIRDING HIKE
Mount Magazine State Park
16878 AR-309, Paris
Meeting Place: Visitor Center
Admission: Free
Are you new to birding? Meet a park interpreter at the Mount Magazine State Park visitor center and get started identifying birds! This program starts with a short 15-minute demonstration at the visitor center followed by a 45-minute hike down Turkey Springs trail. Seasonally appropriate attire, binoculars, drinking water, and sturdy hiking shoes are recommended for this easy hike.
